2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon

I am running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon for Team Boomer and the cystic fibrosis community!

My Story....

My name is Connor Bowman. I was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at the age of 5. All my life I have been an athlete, competing at the DI level in gymnastics until May 2023. I struggled to keep up with those around me in my sport, getting stronger slower, and having much worse endurance. I want to share the message to other Cystic Fibrosis patients that even tho it is hard, it isn't impossible to participate in athletics. And it is worth it. 

Now that I am done with my gymnastics career. I am looking for a new challenge. This is why I have signed up for the Chicago Marathon. I will be running in October to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis, and honestly, to prove to myself that I can do it. I was never a runner growing up. My sister, Megan, was the cross country star in the family, while I was focused on gymnastics. I did not run a single mile until I got to college, let alone 26.2. As I have settled into my adult life and career, I have found myself struggling to stay as disciplined as I once was during my gymnastics career. This race is my excuse to get my ass back into gear, and start working hard again. 

I am excited now to commit to this race, raise money for Cystic Fibrosis, and prove to myself that I can do it. Please consider donating to on this page to support the Boomer Esiason Foundation and allow my to participate in this race. 

What is Team Boomer

Team Boomer is the athletic division of the Boomer Esiason Foundation.
We work to encourage people with cystic fibrosis to live active, healthy lifestyles.
We welcome any advocate to join the team to raise funds and awareness for the CF community.

How does Team Boomer help?

The money raised by our Team Boomer athletes helps fund our scholarships, transplant grants, disaster relief program, and a number of educational resources.